March Rainfall and Precipitation in Scotland

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Scotland in March.

Scotland experiences precipitation in March ranging from moderate in Aberdeen with 61 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall to heavy in Mallaig with 207 mm (8.1 in) of rainfall.

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Best Places to Visit in Scotland in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Scotland precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Scotland receive in March?

Rainfall in Edinburgh during March is on the lighter side, averaging about 70 mm (2.8 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Scotland in March?

Rainfall in Edinburgh typically falls on roughly 18 days days in March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Scotland?

Not really. March is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Scotland.

What is the wettest city in March in Scotland?

Looking at our data, Mallaig tops the wettest-cities list in Scotland for March, with monthly rainfall averaging 207 mm (8.1 in).

What is the driest city in March in Scotland?

Aberdeen is the driest city we have data for in Scotland in March, with monthly rainfall close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

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